The Last Waterhole, Vejle
Neighbourly Vejle pub with long hours, inexpensive drinks and a hygge-soaked atmosphere where locals and visitors quickly feel at home.
Tucked along Vesterbrogade in central Vejle, The Last Waterhole is a classic Danish pub with a neighbourly feel, long opening hours and inexpensive drinks. By day it is a relaxed spot for a quiet beer, a chat at the bar and a game of cards or darts; by night it shifts up a gear with music, laughter and locals lingering over pints. This is the sort of unpretentious, wood‑and‑brass watering hole where regulars know each other by name and visitors are quickly drawn into conversation.
A brief summary to The Last Waterhole
- Vesterbrogade 47, Vejle, 7100, DK
- +4575723992
- Visit website
- Duration: 1 to 4 hours
- Budget
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Indoor
- Mobile reception: 5 out of 5
- Monday 10 am-10 pm
- Tuesday 10 am-10 pm
- Wednesday 10 am-10 pm
- Thursday 10 am-2 am
- Friday 10 am-2 am
- Saturday 10 am-2 am
- Sunday 12 pm-7 pm
Local tips
- Come on a Thursday, Friday or Saturday night if you want the bar at its liveliest, with a fuller crowd and a more energetic buzz around the counter.
- Visit earlier in the day for a quieter pint, a chance to chat with the bartender and a better choice of the most comfortable seats.
- Bring cash and card, as smaller pubs occasionally experience card terminal issues, especially during very busy late-night periods.
- If you prefer a calmer space, aim for Monday to Wednesday evenings when the vibe is more low-key and there is less ambient noise.
For the on-the-go comforts that matter to you
- Restrooms
- Drink Options
- Seating Areas
- Trash Bins
The Last Waterhole location weather suitability
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Any Weather
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Rain / Wet Weather
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Cold Weather
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Mild Temperatures
Discover more about The Last Waterhole
A laid-back living room on Vesterbrogade
The Last Waterhole sits on busy Vesterbrogade yet feels more like a neighbourhood living room than a city bar. Step inside and you enter a warm, low-lit room where the glow from the bar shelves reflects off polished taps and time-worn wood. The layout is classic pub style: a long bar on one side, clusters of tables and chairs on the other, and a few prized window seats where you can watch Vejle life drift past outside. Décor tends to the traditional – think dark timber, framed prints and brewery memorabilia – but nothing about the place feels staged. It has the gently scuffed charm that only builds up over years of use, with coasters tucked under glasses and the soft creak of stools as people settle in for another round.From morning coffee to late-night pints
Unusually for a pub, The Last Waterhole keeps hours that stretch from mid-morning into the evening most days, and into the small hours from Thursday to Saturday. That shapes the rhythm of the day here. Early on, the mood is slow and sociable, with people dropping by for a daytime beer, a casual chat with the bartender or a quiet corner to read. As afternoon slips into evening, the atmosphere steadily grows livelier. Weeknights stay relaxed, good for conversation without shouting over the music. On weekend nights the bar fills, the hum of voices rises and the place becomes a convivial hub, with regulars greeting each other as they arrive and newcomers folding into the mix around the bar counter.A neighbourhood heart with Danish hygge
The pub draws a broad cross-section of Vejle: groups of friends meeting after work, couples out for a simple night, solo guests who know they can count on company at the bar. The common thread is an easy-going sociability. Staff chat with guests, first names are quickly exchanged and the atmosphere leans heavily into Danish hygge – that sense of warmth, familiarity and comfort that turns a drink into a small ritual. Lighting is soft, music usually sticks to familiar rock, pop and classics, and there is space to linger without pressure. On darker winter days, the glow from inside spills out onto Vesterbrogade, making the entrance feel like a beacon on the street.Simple drinks, friendly prices
The Last Waterhole is known more for solid pub staples than experimental cocktails. Expect draft and bottled beers, basic spirits and mixers, and perhaps a few seasonal favourites, all at wallet-friendly prices. The emphasis is on value and refills rather than elaborate presentation. Food, if offered, tends to be limited or snack-like; this is primarily a place to drink and socialise rather than sit down to a full meal. That keeps the focus on conversation, darts or cards, and the low-key pleasure of one more round with friends.Local traditions and festive gatherings
Beyond ordinary evenings, the pub plays a small but meaningful role in the community. It may host occasional themed nights, televised sports, quiz evenings or seasonal gatherings, especially around holidays when the promise of no one sitting alone carries particular weight. On such days the bar becomes a surrogate dining room, where people who might otherwise be by themselves share food, drinks and stories at long, communal tables. For visitors, dropping into The Last Waterhole offers a glimpse of everyday Danish pub culture far from the polished wine bars. For locals, it remains a familiar anchor – the kind of place you can arrive unannounced, find a seat and feel you have come back to somewhere you already know.Iconic landmarks you can’t miss
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Fredericia Vold
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Jættestuen grønhøj
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Kolding St.
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Milling Hotel Saxildhus
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Saint Nicolas Church
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The Spanish stairs
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Borchs Gård
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The Passage
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Villa Gertrud - Bed & Breakfast
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Helligkorsgade 18
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Unmissable attractions to see
Kulturmuseet
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Befrielsessten i Vejle
0.5 km
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Byparken
0.6 km
Vejle's cherished urban park: fountains, streams, and tranquil green space in the city heart.
Vejle Art Museum
0.7 km
Free Danish art, from Golden Age painting to sensory contemporary installations, in a compact and inviting museum right in the centre of Vejle.
The Vejle Local Heritage Archive
0.8 km
A quiet, document-filled heart of Vejle where photographs, records and maps preserve the city’s everyday history and help visitors trace stories across generations.
Mariaparken
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A former parking lot turned vibrant green hub, Mariaparken blends multi-sport play, hammocks, grills and events into Vejle’s most central urban park.
Brunnen Rathaus
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A modest ground-level fountain on Vejle’s main square, Brunnen Rathaus adds playful water, reflections and sound to the neo‑Gothic backdrop of the town hall.
Anno Dom 1913
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Økolariet
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Kunsthal Vejle
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Biblioteksparken
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Vejle Kunstforening
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Tyrelodspynten
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Vejle Havn Mole
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Himmelpind
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Essential places to dine
Restaurant Hviid's Vinstue
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L TORO
0.4 km
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Afro Restaurant
0.4 km
Authentic Ethiopian and Eritrean cuisine in Vejle's vibrant dining scene
Restaurant PlanB - Tapas Vin & Cocktails
0.5 km
Nordic tapas, curated wines, and craft cocktails in Vejle's most welcoming dining space.
Mie's Thai Restaurant & Take Away
0.5 km
Casual, central Vejle Thai spot serving comforting curries, noodles and takeaway-friendly classics with flexible spice levels from late afternoon into the evening.
Mad Rick
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Masaya Resturant
0.5 km
Generous Syrian grills, mezze and homestyle dishes served with warm hospitality in a cozy, casual restaurant on Vejle’s central Nørregade.
African Kitchen
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Paladspassagen Social Dining
0.5 km
Multi-cuisine social dining with open kitchens, board games, and retro entertainment under one roof.
Cocina Latina - Mexicansk spisested
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Farverig mexicansk og latinamerikansk comfort food fra bunden midt i Paladspassagen Social Dining i Vejle – uformelt, fleksibelt og fuld af smag.
Restaurant Taverna Hellas
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Bone's Vejle
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L'angolo Italiano
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Enzo & C Vejle C
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A/S Pse Nr. 2135
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Markets, malls and hidden boutiques
Royal Copenhagen Outlet - Vejle
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Ide Stuen V/betzy Eykens
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Oscar Butik
0.5 km
Curated Scandinavian fashion in the heart of Vejle's vibrant city center.
Lavenderland Studio
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Dark Wolf Gothic & Viking
0.5 km
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Fabrikanterne
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Where Danish designers and makers craft unique, handmade homeware and lifestyle products in a working creative studio.
Ny Mundering
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Lavita
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Aaskov Modetøj A/S Vejle
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Street One
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BUCH´s Herremagasin
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Hos Hanne V/Pia Vraa
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Curvy fashion meets personalized style in Vejle's most attentive boutique.
Essential bars & hidden hideouts
Granny's Pub
0.0 km
Intimate neighborhood pub on Vesterbrogade in central Vejle, mixing classic bar comfort, cold beers and a laid-back late-night atmosphere.
The Last Waterhole
0.0 km
Neighbourly Vejle pub with long hours, inexpensive drinks and a hygge-soaked atmosphere where locals and visitors quickly feel at home.
Marys Pub
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Borgerkroen
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A classic Danish neighborhood bar on lively Vestergade in Vejle, serving cold beer, warm conversation and unpretentious pub atmosphere from late morning to midnight.
Ølstuen
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Authentic Danish pub where locals gather for affordable beer, genuine conversation, and timeless community spirit.
The Cat And Barrel
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The Knee-high bar
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Vejle's beloved underground bar where low ceilings and high spirits create unforgettable nights.
Mi Bar
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Vejle's premier cocktail bar crafting quality drinks in a welcoming weekend atmosphere.
The Old Irish Pub
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Charly's Pub
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Tartan Pub
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BarMix Vejle
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Zwei Grosse Bier Bar Vejle A/S
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Sømærket v/Margit Østergaard Nielsen
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Lucky's Sports-bar
1.1 km
Lively sports hub in central Vejle, blending big-screen action, shuffleboard and arcade fun with a relaxed pub atmosphere and late-night bar energy.
For the vibe & atmosphere seeker
- Lively
- Fun-filled
- Casual
- Unique
For the design and aesthetic lover
- Vintage Styles
- Rustic Designs
For the architecture buff
- Heritage Neighborhoods
- Landmarks
For the social media creator & influencer
- Photo Spots
- Selfie Spots
- Architectural Shots
For the eco-conscious traveler
- Public-Transport Accessible
- Locally Managed
- Low Impact
For the kind of experience you’re after
- Cultural Heritage
- Photowalk
- Day Trip
- Weekend Getaway
For how adventurous you want the journey to be
- Easy Access
Location Audience
- Family Friendly
- Senior Friendly
- Teen Friendly
- Solo Friendly
- Couple Friendly
- Solo Female Friendly
- Business Friendly